Scrum Master

Job Description

We are currently seeking an experienced Scrum Master to support a highly technical R&D environment focused on embedded and operating system–level development.

In this role, you will facilitate agile processes within a cross-functional engineering team and ensure smooth collaboration across software, firmware, architecture, testing, and release domains. The position requires a strong technical understanding of embedded systems and the ability to coordinate complex dependencies in a structured and delivery-oriented manner.

You will act as a servant leader, enabling the team to perform at its highest level while maintaining transparency, focus, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate all core Scrum events and ensure effective execution
• Remove impediments, particularly cross-team technical dependencies
• Support backlog refinement and clarify technically complex work items
• Coach the team on agile principles and best practices
• Promote transparency through meaningful progress metrics and flow tracking
• Coordinate closely with architecture, firmware, testing, and release teams
• Shield the team from disruptions and ensure focused delivery
• Drive continuous process improvement and early risk identification
  
  

Required Profile

• Proven experience as a Scrum Master in technically complex environments
• Strong background supporting software development teams, ideally in embedded or OS-level domains
• Solid understanding of low-level software development processes
• Experience working across hardware, software, and testing interfaces
• SAFe Scrum Master certification (required)
• Additional advanced Scrum certifications are a plus
• Strong communication skills in English (fluent required)
• German language skills are considered an advantage
  
  

About The Customer

Our client is a leading international technology-driven industrial company operating in a highly innovative R&D environment. The organization develops advanced embedded and system-level solutions that are used in complex, performance-critical applications worldwide.

With a strong focus on engineering excellence, product quality, and long-term innovation, the company combines deep technical expertise with agile development methodologies. Cross-functional collaboration between software, firmware, hardware, architecture, and testing teams plays a central role in delivering high-performance solutions to global markets.

The company offers a modern, structured working environment with a strong engineering culture, clear processes, and long-term project stability. Teams work on technically challenging products with significant real-world impact, supported by modern development tools and continuous improvement principles.

Requirements

Professional Experience

• Minimum 8 years of experience supporting software development teams
• Proven track record as a Scrum Master in technically complex environments
• Experience working in embedded systems or operating system–level development environments
• Strong understanding of cross-functional coordination between software, firmware, hardware, testing, and architecture teams
• Experience managing technical dependencies across multiple engineering domains
  
  

Technical Knowledge

• Solid understanding of low-level software development processes (e.g., drivers, protocols, real-time systems)
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines in embedded environments (build systems, automated testing, integration cycles)
• Ability to interpret and support technically complex backlog items
• Experience working within scaled agile frameworks (preferably SAFe)
  
  

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology or a related technical discipline
• SAFe Scrum Master certification (mandatory)
• Advanced Scrum Master certifications (strong advantage)
• Agile Leadership experience
  
  

Language Skills

• English – fluent (mandatory)
• German – nice to have
  
  

Personal Competencies

• Strong facilitation and conflict resolution skills
• Structured and solution-oriented mindset
• Ability to operate confidently in highly technical discussions
• High level of ownership and proactive communication
• Strong stakeholder management skills